Bhubaneswar, Jan. 2 -- The 6th National Chilika Bird Festival, scheduled from January 6 to 8, will showcase the ecological importance of Chilika Lake while promoting biodiversity conservation, responsible tourism, education, and improved local livelihoods.
Organised jointly by the Department of Tourism and the Department of Forest, Environment and Climate Change, the festival will be held at Chilika Lake and aims to reaffirm Odisha's commitment to conservation-led tourism, sustainability, and active community participation.
Internationally recognised for its successful community-managed birdwatching model, the Chilika Bird Festival offers visitors a unique opportunity to witness large congregations of migratory birds in one of Asia's most...